Reading Off Using the Volvo On-Board Diagnostic (OBD) System: General
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Information about faults and other data can be read off using the VIDA PC connected to the data link connector (DLC).
With the VIDA PC it is possible to:
- Read and erase diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs), counters and frozen values.
- Activate components/functions according to certain predetermined patterns.
- Continuously monitor the value and status of the input and output signals for the system.
- Read off the control module identification.
To activate the Volvo on-board diagnostic (OBD) system:
- The ignition on must be on.
- Battery voltage must be above 11 V.
To activate components/functions:
- Vehicle speed must be 0 km/h.
- The gear selector must be in position P or N.